What is Beardtoberfest?

Beardtoberfest is the only Star Wars themed Beard and Moustache competition around and it’s brought to you by Cape Beard: Follicles of Freedom! This will be our fifth (5th) Beardtoberfest and will be subtitled: The Follicles Awaken. Next year we will not be featuring a Star Wars theme so come join us and put your bid in on various Star Wars themed pieces that we will be auctioning off.

For those of you new to Beard and Moustache competitions you are encouraged, but definitely not forced to compete if you do sport some magnificent facial hair. All proceeds from the event will go to The Karen-Chandler Trust, but not just the proceeds from the competition or door, but all the money that Cape Beard brings in, so don’t be shy and throw down on some raffle tickets!

October 20, 2018

That’s Right! Beard and Moustache fans, the most exciting Beard & Moustache Competition in the galaxy is back!!!!
Cape Beard presents “Beardtoberfest – Episode VI: The Force Unshaven” with 100% of proceeds benefitting The Karen Chandler Trust! As usual, $15 to get in, free to compete!!!!!

With 13 categories including full and partial beard, styled, natural, ladies and even a Kids Creative category!
Here’s an explanation of our categories. Ask if you have any questions.

Children’s Costume

Doesn’t have to be Star Wars themed, is encouraged.

Moustache Styled/Natural

Moustaches are grown from above the upper lip and underneath the nose with or without styling products. Use of hair extensions, fake hair, or any form of hairpins/supporting elements is not allowed. Chin hair is not permitted.

The Whaler or Donegal

Beards with no mustache. No styling aids are permitted.

Styled Partial Beard

Facial hair that is neither a full beard nor a mustache. This category is the free design and creative styling of the facial hair. All styled beards that do not qualify for other categories may compete here. Only waxes, oils, hair spray, or hair ‘glue’ products may be used.

Chops, Goatee, or Partial Beard

Partial beard is facial hair that is neither a full beard nor a mustache. Chops are grown on the sides of the face, extending from the hairline to below the ears with a shaved chin; mustaches are allowed. A goatee is grown on the chin and may or may not include a mustache. This category includes the free design and creative styling of the facial hair; styling aids are not allowed. All beards that do not qualify for other categories may compete here.

Groomed Beard

A full beard, with all parts of the beard and mustache grown, expertly brushed, trimmed, and shaped; with minimal styling products and methods. A styled mustache is not permitted.

Freestyle

The beard is a majestic beard, with all parts of the beard and mustache grown, styled with any waxes, oils, hair spray, or hair ‘glue’ products.

Women’s Realistic

The goal is to create the most realistic-looking facial hair of any style. Creativity and craftsmanship are paramount. Should be as true to form, life-like, and convincing.

Women’s Creative

The goal is to create the most imaginative, creative, and fantastic fake beard. Creativity and craftsmanship are paramount. Choice of materials is endless.

Full Beard w/ Styled ‘Stache

All parts of the beard and mustache naturally grown, and styling products permitted only on the mustache.

Full Beard 1”-6”

Beard and mustache natural grown, with no styling products permitted. Length is measured from the lower lip.

Full Beard 6”-12”

Beard and mustache natural grown, with no styling products permitted. Length is measured from the lower lip.

Full Beard 12” and over

Beard and mustache natural grown, with no styling products permitted. Length is measured from the lower lip.

Awesome Sponsors, Cool Vendors, Great raffles, and much much more!

That’s Right! Beard and Moustache fans, the most exciting Beard & Moustache Competition in the galaxy is back!!!!
Cape Beard presents “Beardtoberfest – Episode VI: The Force Unshaven” with 100% of proceeds benefitting The Karen Chandler Trust! As usual, $15 to get in, free to compete!!!!!

With 13 categories including full and partial beard, styled, natural, ladies and even a Kids Creative category!
Here’s an explanation of our categories. Ask if you have any questions.

Children’s Costume

Doesn’t have to be Star Wars themed, is encouraged.

Moustache Styled/Natural

Moustaches are grown from above the upper lip and underneath the nose with or without styling products. Use of hair extensions, fake hair, or any form of hairpins/supporting elements is not allowed. Chin hair is not permitted.

The Whaler or Donegal

Beards with no mustache. No styling aids are permitted.

Styled Partial Beard

Facial hair that is neither a full beard nor a mustache. This category is the free design and creative styling of the facial hair. All styled beards that do not qualify for other categories may compete here. Only waxes, oils, hair spray, or hair ‘glue’ products may be used.

Chops, Goatee, or Partial Beard

Partial beard is facial hair that is neither a full beard nor a mustache. Chops are grown on the sides of the face, extending from the hairline to below the ears with a shaved chin; mustaches are allowed. A goatee is grown on the chin and may or may not include a mustache. This category includes the free design and creative styling of the facial hair; styling aids are not allowed. All beards that do not qualify for other categories may compete here.

Groomed Beard

A full beard, with all parts of the beard and mustache grown, expertly brushed, trimmed, and shaped; with minimal styling products and methods. A styled mustache is not permitted.

Freestyle

The beard is a majestic beard, with all parts of the beard and mustache grown, styled with any waxes, oils, hair spray, or hair ‘glue’ products.

Women’s Realistic

The goal is to create the most realistic-looking facial hair of any style. Creativity and craftsmanship are paramount. Should be as true to form, life-like, and convincing.

Women’s Creative

The goal is to create the most imaginative, creative, and fantastic fake beard. Creativity and craftsmanship are paramount. Choice of materials is endless.

Full Beard w/ Styled ‘Stache

All parts of the beard and mustache naturally grown, and styling products permitted only on the mustache.

Full Beard 1”-6”

Beard and mustache natural grown, with no styling products permitted. Length is measured from the lower lip.

Full Beard 6”-12”

Beard and mustache natural grown, with no styling products permitted. Length is measured from the lower lip.

Full Beard 12” and over

Beard and mustache natural grown, with no styling products permitted. Length is measured from the lower lip.

Farewell Brunch

All Proceeds earned at Beardtoberfest will be donated to:

The Karen Chandler Trust is named for a local NC musician who lost her battle with breast cancer in 1999. Before her death, fellow musicians held a beneﬁt to help Chandler meet her ﬁnancial needs. The trust was established after Chandler’s death to help others in our community deal with the ﬁnancial burden of living with cancer.

“For example, if a person needs chemotherapy and they have to go out of town for treatment, the trust will help supplement the family so they can go with their family member. They ﬁll a lot of gaps where families can fall through the cracks when insurance doesn’t pay for everything,”